Pretty Cure

A critique (2/2)

Continuing the conversation on what it means to be “pretty” along with the positive and negative effects (real and imagined).

In the last video I outline the premise of the “pretty curse”. I set the stage with telling my own coming of age story. I also share a metaphor I heard a woman use about “someone complaining about having one million dollars” aka “Pretty? What could be the problem?”

In Part 2 I discuss:

• Conflating the “pretty curse” with failed relationships instead of serious danger

• Stories where I’ve been socially cornered by men

• My tactics on how I pivot out

• What instances women withdraw from competition

To set the scene, I include personal anecdotes of working as a waitress, a fitness instructor, and a night out with friends. I conclude with outlining serious considerations for our society, along with the cure to this “curse”.

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0:00 - Recap

1:29 - Other Body Types

4:36 - Real Dangers of Attraction

9:34 - Personal Examples of Turning it "Off"

20:27 - Leading with my Mind

21:59 - Critique of TikTok Reel

22:49 - Prideful that People Don't Like You?

26:10 - Last Minute Bonus Story

28:25 - Final Observation - Ladies Room & Locker Room

32:11 - Conclusion